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Senegal’s ruling Pastef party secures large majority in parliament

Win grants President Bassirou Diomaye Faye a clear mandate to carry out ambitious reforms.

Al Jazeera · Nov 21, 2024

From prisoner to president in 20 days, Senegal’s Diomaye Faye takes office

As the 44-year-old is sworn in after a crucial election, we chart the road to victory for Africa’s youngest leader.

Al Jazeera · Apr 2, 2024

'Hell And Hope': How Anti-system Newcomer Won Senegal's Presidency

Hunched in his market workshop in a northern Dakar suburb, Cheikh Lo recounted why he had pinned all his hopes on Senegal's anti-establishment president elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye.

International Business Times · Mar 26, 2024

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From prisoner to president: Bassirou Diomaye Faye to become Senegal’s youngest leader

Only two weeks ago, Bassirou Diomaye Faye was sitting in a prison cell. Faye was arrested almost a year ago for “spreading false news, contempt of court, and defamation of a constituted body". He is now set to be inaugurated as Senegal's president.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 26, 2024

What Will Change With Bassirou Diomaye Faye At Senegal Helm?

At the age of 44, Bassirou Diomaye Faye is to become Senegal's fifth and also youngest president after the opposition candidate's main rival Amadou Ba conceded defeat after Sunday's first round vote.

International Business Times · Mar 25, 2024

Macky Sall's candidate concedes defeat in Senegal election

Senegal's governing coalition candidate Amadou Ba conceded defeat on Monday, against opposition rival Bassirou Diomaye Faye after Sunday's elections. This brings President Macky Sall's long leadership to a close after months of protests, a delayed election and a deep political crisis.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 25, 2024

Senegal election results: Who is Diomaye Faye, tipped to be next president?

Faye, a former tax inspector, has pledged to weed out corruption, restore stability and prioritise economic sovereignty.

Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2024

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Senegal opposition candidate Faye set to win presidential election

Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba concedes election and congratulates Bassirou Diomaye Faye for first-round victory.

Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2024

Senegal opposition's Faye set to become president after rival concedes defeat

Senegal opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye was set to be declared the country's next president after his rival from the ruling coalition called him on Monday to concede defeat.

France 24 · Mar 25, 2024

Senegal’s anti-establishment candidate almost certain to become president

Radical change candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye pulls off stunning election win after main rival Amadou Ba concedes defeat

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2024

Senegal Awaits Presidential Election Results Amid Peaceful Voting

Senegal awaits official election results following a peaceful voting process. Tensions linger as citizens hope for a strengthened political landscape.

Senegal opposition candidate Faye leads initial presidential election tallies

Supporters of opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye were celebrating in the streets of Senegal early on Monday after provisional results in the presidential election suggested he was ahead of the former prime minister Amadou Ba in the race to replace Macky Sall.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 25, 2024

Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye takes early lead in presidential election

Early results show Bassirou Diomaye Faye in the lead but his rival from ruling coalition says a run-off will be needed.

Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2024

Vote counting under way in Senegal’s delayed presidential election

The polls take place following a period of uncertainty after President Macky Sall sought to delay the election.

Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2024

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Radio France Internationale · Mar 24, 2024

Count begins in Senegal's landmark vote to decide next president

Voters in Senegal cast their ballots for a new president on Sunday, with early reports suggesting high turnout. Seventeen candidates were vying to replace incumbent Macky Sall, who has led the country since 2012 and is not eligible to run again.

Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2024

Senegal’s women voters could make a miracle happen in presidential election

Al Jazeera’s Nicolas Haque recounts events leading up to Senegal’s presidential polls and how some hope for a miracle.

International Business Times · Mar 24, 2024

Senegal Votes For New President After Years Of Crisis

The Senegalese go to the polls on Sunday to elect a new president in a totally unpredictable race after three years of turmoil and political crisis.

Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2024

The tax inspectors competing to be Senegal’s new president

Three candidates and one former favourite for the office of president have tax inspector backgrounds.

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The Guardian - UK · Mar 23, 2024

Senegal heads to the polls overshadowed by deadly protests

Country’s reputation as one of Africa’s model democracies under threat after weeks of violence

France 24 · Mar 22, 2024

Senegal’s presidential election: A look at the four main candidates

After a political crisis with many twists and turns, Senegalese voters go to the polls on Sunday to choose their new president. Seventeen contenders are hoping to succeed President Macky Sall. FRANCE 24 examines the political backgrounds and main proposals of four candidates: Amadou Ba, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Idrissa Seck…

WEKU · Mar 22, 2024

Senegal heads to the polls after delayed elections - here's what you need to know

Senegal will finally go to the polls this weekend, in a vote that was delayed, then reinstated. A beacon of relative stability in a restless region, its democratic resilience has been sorely tested.

Al Jazeera · Mar 22, 2024

Senegal’s 2024 election: Why does it matter?

After election delay and weeks of protests, 19 candidates are competing on Sunday to succeed President Macky Sall.

France 24 · Mar 21, 2024

How Senegal's presidential election was postponed, reinstated and moved up

Voters in Senegal go to the polls on Sunday to elect a new president in the most wide-open election in the country’s history. The vote comes a few weeks after the explosion of a profound political crisis triggered by its cancellation and then delay by President Macky Sall. FRANCE 24…

Radio France Internationale · Mar 21, 2024

Former PMs and a lone woman among contenders in Senegal's crisis-hit vote

Following a hurried two weeks of campaigning, Senegal's delayed presidential election is set for this Sunday – with more than 7 million people registered to vote for a record 20 then 17 candidates.

International Business Times · Mar 20, 2024

Senegal Heads For Wide Open Presidential Poll Sunday

Seven million Senegalese are due to head to the polls on Sunday to vote in a wide open presidential election following weeks of chaos and uncertainty.

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